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The Gulf Coast CCS Alliance Miembros
La Gulf Coast CCS Alliance es un esfuerzo coordinado entre algunas de las empresas de energía, petroquímica y generación eléctrica más innovadoras del mundo para impulsar el desarrollo de la captura y almacenamiento de carbono (CCS, por sus siglas en inglés) desde el área industrial metropolitana de Houston y a lo largo de la Costa del Golfo.
Estas empresas han formado parte de sus comunidades de la Costa del Golfo durante décadas, empleando a miles de personas, apoyando a las familias con buenas carreras profesionales e invirtiendo en el bienestar de las comunidades locales donde operan de manera segura.
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La Alianza se compromete a tener un impacto positivo en las comunidades locales. Nos enorgullece trabajar en colaboración con las comunidades y sus líderes, las empresas locales, las instituciones educativas y las organizaciones empresariales.
"La posición de Houston como la capital energética del mundo se basa en la innovación, la colaboración y el pensamiento a futuro. Estamos en constante evolución para enfrentar los desafíos de hoy mientras moldeamos el futuro de la energía tanto para nuestra ciudad como para el mundo. Adoptar tecnologías emergentes como la captura y almacenamiento de carbono (CAC) es clave para abordar las preocupaciones ambientales mientras impulsamos el crecimiento económico. Houston CCS Alliance ejemplifica cómo los socios de energía tradicional y los innovadores pueden trabajar juntos para asegurar nuestro liderazgo continuo. Nuestra creencia unida y el enfoque en la inclusión y la colaboración comunitaria son características clave del futuro de la expansión de esta tecnología crucial."
“Lowering carbon emissions is essential to improving quality of life in Harris County. That?s why it is important that we seek common ground around technologies like carbon capture and storage (CCS) that can help our region achieve its climate goals, improve air quality and maintain a growing economy. I applaud the Houston CCS Alliance for coming together to listen and seek input from our diverse community in Precinct 2 to make this critical technology work for our region.”
"Como natural de Houston, he tenido un asiento de primera fila para ver cómo mi ciudad natal se transformaba en una ciudad de categoría mundial con una de las economías y culturas más vibrantes del mundo. Ahora nuestra ciudad tiene una nueva oportunidad de ser un líder mundial en la reinvención de la energía. Impulsando iniciativas como Houston CCS Alliance, creo que podemos convertir a Houston en el líder mundial de la transición hacia un futuro energético con menos emisiones de carbono."
“The energy and manufacturing industries have long been an integral part of my district. Investments in initiatives like the Houston CCS Alliance will bring additional economic activity to our community while moving us forward and strengthening Houston?s position as the Energy Capital of the World.” State Representative Mary Ann Perez.”
“Carbon capture and storage is the common-sense technology Texas needs to lower our emissions, improve air quality and keep our Port economy strong. I commend the Houston CCS Alliance for bringing diverse communities to the table to work collaboratively toward improving our environment and economy along the gulf coast.”
“Texas has always been a powerhouse in energy production, and we must continue leading by example. As the global energy landscape evolves, it’s critical that we harness innovative technologies like carbon capture and storage to strengthen our energy dominance.CCS will help secure the future of Texas jobs, grow our economy, and ensure our energy industry remains the strongest in the world.?
?Carbon capture and storage offers Houston an opportunity to protect public health, create jobs, and keep our industries competitive in a changing world. Through the Houston CCS Alliance?s innovative partnership, our community can learn, engage, and have a seat at the table as this proven industry grows. The Houston Ship Channel is a national engine of commerce and with the right investments and safeguards, East Houston is ready to lead the way in showing how innovation and community values can work hand-in-hand.?
“As a pro-business and pro-industry city, Deer Park is proud to support the Energy Corridor and the Houston CCS Alliance. This initiative aligns perfectly with our commitment to a sustainable future. By championing innovative solutions like carbon capture, we can ensure a sustainable energy landscape for generations to come. This forward-thinking approach creates new jobs and industries, bolstering our local economy. We are excited to see the positive impact this collaboration will have on our community and beyond.”
“In Pasadena, we’re proud of the role our city plays in producing affordable energy and manufacturing goods that people around the world depend on. Carbon capture and storage is a transformational opportunity to expand safe, proven technology to reduce emissions, improve our environment and provide good-paying jobs in these growing industries. The Houston CCS Alliance is giving our first responders, civic organizations, and residents a seat at the table in shaping the energy transition in our region.”
"Aplaudo los esfuerzos de las empresas de la Houston CCS Alliance para hacer de nuestra región un líder mundial en el despliegue de la captura y el almacenamiento de carbono. Su trabajo posicionará a Houston y al Estado de la Estrella Solitaria como pioneros en la creciente economía de bajas emisiones de carbono, creando más oportunidades para que nuestras comunidades prosperen mientras trabajan hacia un futuro de cero emisiones."
“Houston has a responsibility and an opportunity to leverage our energy leadership to accelerate global solutions for an energy-abundant, low-carbon future. We see Initiatives like Houston CCS Alliance as crucial opportunities that will help our city achieve this goal.”
“As the energy capital of the world, Houston has the expertise and leadership ? including industry, academia and policymakers ? to realize a low carbon, reliable and affordable energy future.”
"Equipar a los estudiantes para la fuerza laboral del futuro es una de nuestras principales prioridades en San Jacinto College. A medida que la industria energética de Houston continúa evolucionando, seguimos trabajando con nuestros socios de la industria para asegurar que el currículo y los programas estén alineados con las prioridades laborales, incluyendo las de la Alianza de Captura y Almacenamiento de Carbono de Houston. Felicito a la Alianza CAC de Houston por su trabajo en el avance de la captura de carbono en Texas y por traer empleos valiosos a nuestra región y al estado de Texas."
"En Houston Wilderness, estamos comprometidos con la protección y preservación de las 10 ecorregiones distintas que rodean el área metropolitana de Houston y el sureste de Texas, incluida la promoción colaborativa de la plantación de árboles nativos a gran escala a lo largo de las 25 millas del Canal de Navegación de Houston. Iniciativas como Houston CCS Alliance son una parte integral para ayudar a reducir las emisiones de carbono, promoviendo a su vez la sostenibilidad a largo plazo de nuestra región en las próximas décadas".
"Como una de las ciudades con mayor diversidad cultural del mundo, Houston ofrece a sus ciudadanos una amplia gama de oportunidades para lograr la prosperidad económica. Los esfuerzos de captura y almacenamiento de carbono a gran escala, como los que persigue Houston CCS Alliance, pueden ayudar a aportar los tan necesarios beneficios económicos y medioambientales a una serie de comunidades históricamente desatendidas en toda nuestra ciudad."
"Houston lleva mucho tiempo siendo líder en el suministro de la energía, los materiales y los productos que los estadounidenses necesitan cada día. Ahora, tenemos la oportunidad de seguir desempeñando nuestro importante papel en estas industrias y, al mismo tiempo, aplicar tecnologías como la captura y el almacenamiento de carbono para hacer frente al cambio climático a escala mundial. Houston CCS Alliance es un brillante ejemplo de cómo nuestros ciudadanos corporativos pueden trabajar juntos para ayudar a Houston a allanar el camino hacia un futuro con menos carbono en Estados Unidos."
"En Houston Wilderness, estamos comprometidos con la protección y preservación de las 10 ecorregiones distintas que rodean el área metropolitana de Houston y el sureste de Texas, incluida la promoción colaborativa de la plantación de árboles nativos a gran escala a lo largo de las 25 millas del Canal de Navegación de Houston. Iniciativas como Houston CCS Alliance son una parte integral para ayudar a reducir las emisiones de carbono, promoviendo a su vez la sostenibilidad a largo plazo de nuestra región en las próximas décadas".
?Houston is fortunate to have organizations like the Houston CCS Alliance to play a significant role in helping our region achieve a lower-emission energy future through the deployment of carbon capture and storage technologies. It is encouraging to see women from several of our region’s largest companies have a prominent seat at the table and be a driving factor in these discussions.?
“Deer Park is a vital hub in Houston?s energy industry, and leveraging carbon capture and storage technology not only propels us toward a sustainable future but also unlocks new economic opportunities for our residents and industrial partners. The Houston CCS Alliance plays a pivotal role in this journey, fostering collaboration that will attract investment and create jobs. Together, we will reinforce Deer Park?s leadership in environmental stewardship and secure a prosperous future for generations to come.”
"El Energy Corridor y Houston CCS Alliance comparten el objetivo mutuo de construir un futuro mejor para la región, lo que incluye ofrecer soluciones energéticas innovadoras y garantizar el liderazgo continuado de Houston en el sector energético. El enfoque con visión de futuro de la alianza, consistente en hacer frente al cambio climático mediante la captura y el almacenamiento de carbono a gran escala, contribuye a garantizar este liderazgo mediante la creación de nuevos puestos de trabajo e industrias, al tiempo que se protegen los empleos existentes, fundamentales para la economía de Houston."
“Houston is perfectly positioned to leverage our energy and petrochemical manufacturing leadership to accelerate global solutions for a low-carbon future. We see Initiatives like Houston CCS Alliance as crucial opportunities that will help our city achieve this goal.”
"Desde el Center for Houston's Future, creemos que la ciudad de Houston está en una posición única para desarrollar uno de los mayores centros energéticos con bajas emisiones de carbono del mundo. Houston CCS Alliance tiene la oportunidad de ser un factor impulsor para que esto se haga realidad, avanzando en el despliegue a gran escala de las tecnologías de captura y almacenamiento de carbono."
"Es alentador ver que la Houston CCS Alliance se compromete a largo plazo a involucrar a los miembros de nuestra comunidad y a garantizar que tengamos una voz en el crcimiento de la captura y almacenamiento de carbono (CCS). Al ser una región con profunda raíces en la industria energética y manufactura, Baytown y el condado de Chambers reciben con agrado tecnologías innovadoras como la CCS y comprendemos lo cruciales que son estas tecnologías para satisfacer la demanda de los consumidores de energía con bajas emisiones de carbono. La CCS no sólo contribuirá a reducir las emisiones, sino que aportará inversiones significativas y un cremimiento continuado del empleo a lo largo de la costa del golfo."
“Wider adoption of safe, proven energy technologies like carbon capture and storage in Houston can help established industries continue to compete in global markets, improve our environment and support job growth in the historic East End and beyond. Carbon capture will be an important piece of the energy transition and the Houston CCS Alliance is welcoming our region into the process.”
?Expanding carbon capture and storage can be an important step toward addressing a significant concern in East Houston – bringing cleaner air by reducing emissions from our industrial partners. Houston welcomes innovative solutions, and we should maximize use of these technologies to create meaningful employment opportunities and build a more resilient future for our city.?
?Houston?s position as one of the largest and busiest ports in the United States is a testament to our city?s leadership in global trade. To maintain this competitive edge, it?s crucial we continue to innovate and meet the demands of the global market. Integrating carbon capture and storage technology is a key driver of this innovation. By embracing CCS, we can unlock significant economic benefits?creating new industries, generating high-quality jobs, and further solidifying our role as a global energy and trade hub. Decarbonization drives economic opportunity and also improves air quality in our communities. Houston has a unique opportunity to lead the way in both commerce and the development of technologies that support long-term economic growth.?
?Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a dependable, proven technology that is ready to meet growing global demand for lowering emissions and developing low-carbon products. With world-class assets like the Energy Corridor and Houston Ship Channel, Harris County is uniquely positioned to lead this innovation. Scaling adoption of CCS in our region can contribute to a cleaner, healthier environment while boosting the economy and delivering real benefits to our residents. The Houston CCS Alliance is critical to building knowledge and trust with communities so that they are part of the conversation and share in the opportunities that come with this new era of energy leadership.?
?Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a critical step forward for the energy industry, and no city is better positioned to become a global CCS hub than Houston. With a strong industrial base, skilled workforce, and infrastructure already in place, especially with the expertise located in the Houston Ship Channel and Energy Corridor, our region has the tools to move quickly and responsibly. The Houston CCS Alliance has been essential to connecting communities with industry, building trust through outreach, and ensuring that residents are part of shaping the opportunities that come with this new chapter of energy leadership.?
?Houston?s position as one of the largest and busiest ports in the United States is a testament to our city?s leadership in global trade. To maintain this competitive edge, it?s crucial we continue to innovate and meet the demands of the global market. Integrating carbon capture and storage technology is a key driver of this innovation. By embracing CCS, we can unlock significant economic benefits?creating new industries, generating high-quality jobs, and further solidifying our role as a global energy and trade hub. Decarbonization drives economic opportunity and also improves air quality in our communities. Houston has a unique opportunity to lead the way in both commerce and the development of technologies that support long-term economic growth.?
“As we plan for Pasadena?s future, carbon capture and storage represents the kind of forward-thinking solution that aligns with our values: supporting industry, investing in long-term infrastructure, and protecting our community. Pasadena will continue to work alongside the Gulf Coast CCS Alliance and other regional leaders to ensure our residents stay informed and connected to the progress happening in our community.”
“Here in Chambers County and Southeast Texas, the energy, petrochemical, and power generation industries play a vital role in our economy. It?s comforting to know that we have organizations like the Houston CCS Alliance that are committed to holding collaborative conversations to educate our community leaders and members on the economic and environmental benefits that carbon capture and storage technologies can bring to our region.”
“Durante décadas, el condado Jefferson y sus residentes han jugado un papel critico en ayudar a convertir nuestra nación en un líder global de la energía, una industria que ha jugado una parte crucial en alimentando la economía de nuestra región. Mientras miramos hacia adelante, el potencial ofrecido por el avance de las tecnologías de la captura y almacenamiento del carbono nos da la habilidad de continuar con este legado durante varias décadas más.”
“Investing in carbon capture technology not only safeguards our environment but also fuels the Texas economy, creating jobs, fostering innovation, and positioning our state as a leader in sustainable energy solutions for a brighter, greener future.”
“As someone who has extensively studied carbon capture and storage (CCS), I can say with confidence that this technology is both proven and essential for Texas. For more than five decades, our state has been at the forefront of CCS research and application, giving us the knowledge and experience to scale it responsibly. Expanding CCS will allow us to protect public health, sustain good-paying jobs, and keep Texas industries competitive in a global market.
The safeguards in place are rigorous, ensuring protection for our water supply, families, and local businesses. With its industrial strength and skilled workforce, the Golden Triangle is uniquely positioned to demonstrate how CCS can deliver economic growth and improved quality of life side by side. Our region has the chance to be a global model for energy innovation, and we should seize that opportunity.”
“Port Arthur could become a global hub for carbon capture and storage (CCS) development, providing good-paying jobs and economic stability for our community. Studies show that in Jefferson County alone CCS could create $1.3 billion in total economic impacts and creating upwards of 5,000 new jobs. With the support of the Houston CCS Alliance, the Greater Port Arthur Chamber has advocated strongly for building a business environment that will keep our region competitive and attractive for these critical investments. Our community sees the opportunity to lead in this new chapter of energy, where innovation, economic growth, and quality of life can advance together. “
?Carbon capture and storage is an innovative solution that our state can?t pass up and must look for ways to expand. We need to take advantage of every available technology to maintain good-paying jobs in our communities, keep our economy competitive globally, and improve air quality in the Golden Triangle. With strong collaboration between state and local governments, industry partners, and community members, we can ensure that CCS is implemented safely and effectively along the Texas Gulf Coast.?
“The Texas Association of Business believes in the power of free enterprise in solving big problems. We have an unprecedented example of this in the Houston CCS Alliance. This partnership will help shape the lower-emission future of energy and support the state?s growing energy demands, ultimately unleashing economic opportunities and preserving Texas as the best business climate in the world.”
"Como principal inversor en tecnologías de reducción de emisiones, la industria del petróleo y el gas natural de Texas está produciendo energía de forma más limpia y eficiente que hace 10 ó 15 años. Las inversiones de la industria en innovación y tecnología como la captura de carbono seguirán siendo el motor del progreso climático, al tiempo que satisfacen la necesidad mundial de energía asequible y fiable."
"Los fabricantes de Texas siguen liderando la aplicación de soluciones innovadoras de energía limpia. Reconocemos la importancia de la captura de carbono para hacer frente al cambio climático, y estamos deseando trabajar con los responsables políticos y la industria, incluyendo a Houston CCS Alliance, para hacer avanzar esta tecnología en Texas y demostrar un liderazgo continuado a la hora de abordar los mayores retos actuales."
"Para que Texas siga siendo un líder mundial en el desarrollo energético responsable, es imprescindible que nuestro estado adopte la expansión energética. Una pieza integral de esta expansión energética será el despliegue de tecnologías de reducción de carbono, como la captura y el almacenamiento de carbono. Iniciativas como Houston CCS Alliance serán fundamentales para demostrar cómo podemos reducir con éxito cantidades importantes de emisiones de carbono de los procesos industriales."
?I was initially skeptical of CCS, but after studying it for 25 years, I am confident in the technology and its safety, as well as Texas? ability to lead in its successful deployment. Our combination of expertise in handling carbon-intensive products along with the local subsurface that can accept the CO2 back for permanent underground storage gives the Houston region a huge advantage during the energy transition.?
“Protecting the West Texas economy means staying ahead of the curve, and carbon capture and storage is one way industry is doing just that. CCS drives new growth and stability in the energy sector, helping sustain our production legacy while remaining competitive and maintaining leadership in the global market. We encourage industry to continue leading the ‘energy evolution’ to stay competitive globally and keep our communities thriving.?
